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EL CAJON, CA 92020

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 92020

Cajon Heights · Cuyamaca · Fletcher Hills · Mount Helix (Mt. Helix) · Rancho San Diego

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The EL CAJON, CA real estate market (92020) currently shows 104 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 34 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.9% year-over-year, from $815,000 to $799,747.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 59,775  ·  Density: 2,076.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $71,400

Typical home value: $677,788  ·  Homeownership: 42.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
104
⇧ 19.5% vs 87 last year
Pending
42
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$799,747
⇩ 1.9% vs $815,000 last year
Average Price
$825,888
⇩ 4.7% vs $866,360 last year
Days on Market
34
⇩ 8.1% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$500
vs $500/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,378 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 104 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 34 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $799,747 (-1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $825,888 (-4.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.2 miles — 775 listings ($640,010,750 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
92020El Cajon, CA 920200.0 mi81$67,213,881$772,000$829,801
91942La Mesa, CA 919423.3 mi71$50,185,640$668,725$706,840
92071Santee, CA 920714.1 mi110$85,289,930$761,200$775,363
91945Lemon Grove, CA 919455.7 mi47$32,562,540$687,250$692,820
91978Spring Valley, CA 919786.0 mi17$11,777,617$510,000$692,801
92021El Cajon, CA 920216.2 mi80$65,300,640$742,500$816,258
92124San Diego, CA 921247.1 mi35$32,776,520$893,000$936,472
92105San Diego, CA 921058.2 mi62$38,619,800$621,950$622,900
92131San Diego, CA 921318.6 mi60$89,863,740$1,299,999$1,497,729
92040Lakeside, CA 920409.0 mi70$51,756,740$749,500$739,382
92139San Diego, CA 921399.2 mi37$23,320,027$629,450$630,271
92104San Diego, CA 921049.9 mi65$59,064,915$799,000$908,691
92102San Diego, CA 9210210.2 mi40$32,278,760$795,475$806,969

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EL CAJON, CA 92020?

As of March 2026, there are 104 active listings in EL CAJON, CA (zip code 92020), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EL CAJON, CA 92020?

The median listing price in EL CAJON, CA 92020 is $799,747 as of March 2026, a 1.9% decrease from $815,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in EL CAJON, CA?

Homes in EL CAJON, CA 92020 spend an average of 34 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EL CAJON, CA 92020?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, EL CAJON, CA 92020 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 34 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in EL CAJON, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EL CAJON, CA 92020 save an estimated $15,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $799,747. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.